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Matter
Definitions
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Atoms | Atoms are made up of protons, electrons, and neutrons. Atoms make up molecules. |
| Molecules | Molecules are made up of two or more atoms and form matter. |
| Matter | Matter is what is formed by molecules and atoms. Matter is what everything in the world is made up of |
| Elements | Elements are atoms of one type that when combined with atoms of different types make compounds. |
| Compounds | Compounds are a mixture of elements. They are made when an at least one or more atoms of different elements are combined. |
| Heterogeneous | Heterogeneous mixtures are mixtures that the particles are not evenly distributed |
| Homogeneous | homogeneous mixtures are mixtures that the particles are evenly distributed |
| Pure Substance | A pure substance is when an element is in the purest form. |